this one has done well, 288lbs in it right now, but i have had 750lbs of copper in it.
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Maybe it was the torture test video from ECS that got me
Maybe I just don't wanna keep giving Corey credit for my list of must-haves...
In any case, I work for a Trimble dealer and every $10k-$30k system that ships from their factory comes through our door in a bright yellow Pelican case.
As the Inventory Manager I love these kinds of cases because they protect gear so well when they have equipment-specific cutouts in the stiff foam. We work with a dealer in D/FW who will do a 3-dimensional scan of any piece of equipment so they can CNC cut the foam repeatedly for any case. I've had them design a shipping case for a $9k laser detection mast that was 4.5ft tall and weighed 80-90lbs. They told me it would still float with the mast inside, lol.
I know that Pelican makes a bunch of sizes (I've just about seen them all), but they've always been an equipment case to me versus ECS' being more of a shipping-oriented case with more square-ish dimensions that lend themselves to packing camping items better. It's really a case of oranges vs nectarines I guess.
And for the record, there are still two 8gal Action Packers in the back of my FJ from this past weekend.
Since I am the GIS coordinator for a firm that uses Trimble products, I too was able to get my hands on 3 of these cases. Thank God for the hand-held Trimble GPS units now. They are what freed up the cases for me!
Dunbar
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So are these boxes waterproof? I need to put them in the open while traveling. Local Lowes has them for the full price.
Bogo
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They have a lip that will keep rain out, but air driven water could get over it.
Dunbar
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Thanks Bogo.
I guess duct tape will waterproof the seam. Tearing it off and reapplying is not a problem but the sticky goo can get on stuff.
I guess duct tape will waterproof the seam. Tearing it off and reapplying is not a problem but the sticky goo can get on stuff.
Bogo
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Gaffers tape isn't quite as waterproof as duct tape, but it also doesn't leave goo behind when removed, unless you heated it. It would serve mainly as an air barrier. It should also be possible to put some weatherstripping in the grove to block water passage. The trick is to figure out how thick it needs to be.
Dunbar
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Windtunnel test it is! With varying thickness. Poor mans wind tunnel is the power washer.
Thanks Bogo!
Thanks Bogo!
Bogo
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With a power washer, I wouldn't be surprised if you force some past even the tightest fitting weatherstripping.
I'm careful using mine on equipment as it will push water past seals on bearings, etc.. A fan tip from a couple feet away would be a good test.
Definitely some creative storage ideas. I just posted a blog about camping organization if you are interested. Pardon the website, the dust is still settling (only a month into it).
Camping Gear Organization - TLC FAQ
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Camping Gear Organization - TLC FAQ
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asutherland
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Picked up 3 of these for $19.95 each at a local Walmart.
Plano Molding 1819 XXL Wheeled Storage Box | eBay
Plano Molding 1819 XXL Wheeled Storage Box | eBay
Found one of these - Remington Weathertight 87qt Storage Container - to replace the J. Terrence Thompson yellow-top tote. Nice stainless steel handles that lock down and has a weather strip along the inside of the top. For $29.99 - good buy.
